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Record-Breaking Speeds at Indy Autonomous Challenge

Record-Breaking Speeds at Indy Autonomous Challenge

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) returned to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on September 6, 2024, for its seventh edition, showcasing high-speed autonomous racing and groundbreaking AI technologies. The competition witnessed world record speeds, with PoliMOVE-MSU and Cavalier Autonomous Racing leading…

Toyota Invests in Gideon for Autonomous Vehicle Innovation

Toyota Invests in Gideon for Autonomous Vehicle Innovation

Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) has announced a strategic investment in Gideon, a leading technology company specializing in autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) solutions. This partnership aims to enhance automation capabilities within TICO’s global vehicle portfolio, specifically through faster deployment and increased…

WeRide Launches Robosweeper S1 in Shantou

WeRide Launches Robosweeper S1 in Shantou

WeRide, in partnership with Guangdong Huadalong City Management Service Co., Ltd., has successfully launched the commercial operation of its Robosweeper S1 in Shantou, Guangdong. This initiative marks Shantou’s first L4-level autonomous sanitation project, showcasing WeRide’s cutting-edge technology in the eastern…

Uber and Coco Partner for Robotic Deliveries

Uber and Coco Partner for Robotic Deliveries

Uber and Coco have announced a strategic partnership to deploy Coco’s sidewalk robots on Uber Eats, beginning in Los Angeles this week, with plans for expansion to other cities soon. This collaboration is set to enhance the delivery experience for…

Clemson Debuts Autonomous Off-Road Rescue Vehicle

Clemson Debuts Autonomous Off-Road Rescue Vehicle

Clemson University introduced its latest innovation, the Deep Orange 15—an autonomous off-road rescue vehicle—on August 13 at the Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium (GVSETS) in Novi, Michigan. Developed by master’s students from Clemson’s Department of Automotive Engineering, this…

Vayu Robotics Unveils AI-Powered Delivery Robot

Vayu Robotics Unveils AI-Powered Delivery Robot

Vayu Robotics has launched the world’s first on-road Delivery Robot powered by an AI Robotics foundation model, securing a significant commercial contract for deployment. E-commerce deliveries are rising, with 23% of American retail purchases projected to be online by 2027.…

Serve Robotics Secures $15 Million Investment

Serve Robotics Secures $15 Million Investment

Serve Robotics Inc., a leader in autonomous delivery robotics, has closed a $15 million private placement with a single institutional investor. This transaction involves the purchase of pre-funded warrants to acquire 2,500,000 shares of Serve’s common stock, along with additional…

Massimo Unveils Automated Assembly Line

Massimo Unveils Automated Assembly Line

Massimo Group (NASDAQ: MAMO) announced the launch of a new automated vehicle assembly robot line at its 376,000 square foot factory in Garland, Texas. This innovation aims to boost efficiency by 50% and enhance safety for the production of ATV…

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) showcased its self-driving AV-24 racecar at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, breaking the record for the fastest autonomous hillclimb. The AV-24, developed by Team PoliMOVE-MSU, achieved a top speed of 111.2 mph, completing the course in 66.37 seconds, surpassing the previous record set by Roborace in 2019. Key Highlights: Record-breaking performance: The AV-24 set a new hillclimb record at Goodwood, reaching a top speed of 111.2 mph and finishing in 66.37 seconds. AI Driver development: The autonomous racecar was piloted by an AI developed by Team PoliMOVE-MSU. Precision and control: The racecar’s success relied on Bridgestone racing tires, Luminar Iris lidars, and meticulous mapping and localization. Collaborative effort: The IAC and PoliMOVE-MSU teams worked closely with Bridgestone’s tire engineers, optimizing performance at Bridgestone’s European facilities. Milestone for autonomy: The achievement underscores the potential of high-speed autonomous vehicles in challenging conditions. On a busy Sunday afternoon, in front of a global audience of motorsport enthusiasts, the Indy Autonomous Challenge’s (IAC) self-driving AV-24 racecar set the record for the fastest autonomous Hillclimb at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The AV-24 is piloted by an AI Driver developed by Team PoliMOVE-MSU (Politecnico di Milano and Michigan State University). The AV-24 performed a series of three runs during the iconic festival. The record was broken during their third and final run up the Goodwood Hill where the racecar reached a top speed of 111.2 mph (179 kph) and a finish time of 66.37 secs. The record-setting run can be watched here. The previous record has been held by Roborace since 2019 when their “DevBot 2.0” autonomous car clocked a 66.96 sec time at a top speed of 101.16 mph (162.8 kph). Goodwood is known for its unforgiving narrow course, lined with hay bales and limited run-off space. Attempting an autonomous hill climb at the Festival of Speed required absolute control of grip and slippage from the AV-24’s Bridgestone racing tires as well as precision mapping and localization in a GPS-limited environment, resulting in a higher than usual reliance on the AV-24’s Luminar Iris lidars. The IAC and PoliMOVE-MSU teams worked closely with Bridgestone’s tire engineers to optimize performance ahead of the Hillclimb including traveling to Bridgestone’s European Technical Center and European Proving Grounds in Rome. The team also had the unique chance to explore each step of tire production and test how impactful tire performance is on track. Paul Mitchell, Chairman and President of the IAC: “For three years, the IAC has been pushing the boundaries of high-speed autonomy and setting new records along the way. The Goodwood Hillclimb is a historic backdrop with huge crowds and a global audience that is now aware of the potential of self-driving vehicles to be safely deployed on roads in the future.” Professor Sergio Savaresi, PoliMOVE-MSU Team Principal: “This challenge represents an important milestone for autonomous mobility. This weekend we overcame significant challenges posed by a complicated track and temperamental weather patterns. Thanks to the exceptional work and skills implemented by our engineering team and tire performance ensured by our Bridgestone racing tires, we made history by showing the public that safe and high-speed vehicular autonomy is possible even in adverse conditions. Our record at the Goodwood Festival of Speed will inspire confidence in future autonomous driving applications.” Sara Correa, Chief Marketing Officer for Bridgestone in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) added, “Bridgestone is proud to support the PoliMOVE-MSU team in this incredible achievement at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024. We are committed to partnering with the IAC and its inspiring student engineers to continue testing and improving autonomous technologies in record-setting runs like this and beyond. Motorsports are part of Bridgestone’s DNA, always have been and always will be. And what really matters is that we take the learnings from experiences like this and apply them to the sustainable mobility solutions we develop for society and our customers.” About the IAC: The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) is a non-profit corporation based in Indianapolis, Indiana (USA) that organizes racing competitions among 10 university-affiliated teams representing 18 universities from around the world. Teams program AI drivers to pilot fully autonomous racecars and compete in a series of history-making events at iconic tracks. The IAC is working to establish a hub for performance automation in the state and is harnessing the power of innovative competitions to attract the best and the brightest minds from around the globe to further state-of-the-art technology in the safety and performance of autonomous vehicles. The IAC started as a $1 million prize competition with 31 university teams signing up to compete more than three years ago, representing top engineering and technology programs from 15 U.S. states and 11 countries. Follow the IAC @IndyAChallenge on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, & YouTube. About Bridgestone: Bridgestone is a global leader in tires and rubber building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company employs approximately 130,000 people globally, conducting business in more than 150 countries and territories worldwide. Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tires and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.

Autonomous Racecar Sets Hillclimb Record

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) showcased its self-driving AV-24 racecar at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, breaking the record for the fastest autonomous hillclimb. The AV-24, developed by Team PoliMOVE-MSU, achieved a top speed of 111.2 mph, completing the course…

Continental and AWS Collaborate on AMR Software

Continental and AWS Collaborate on AMR Software

Continental Mobile Robots, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), has introduced advanced software solutions for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR). This partnership emphasizes managing the hybrid deployment of Continental’s scalable AMR navigation software stack, applicable to various product lines, including…

Hesai and Zelos Boost Autonomous Vehicle Production

Hesai and Zelos Boost Autonomous Vehicle Production

Hesai has partnered with Zelos to accelerate the mass production of autonomous logistics vehicles, unveiling Zelos’ latest autonomous delivery vehicle, Z5 2024. This vehicle features Hesai’s high-performance AT128 long-range lidar, making Hesai the exclusive lidar supplier. The collaboration aims to…

Faction Debuts Autonomous EVs in Houston

Faction Debuts Autonomous EVs in Houston

Faction, a leader in autonomous vehicle technology, has launched testing for self-driving light electric vehicles (EVs) in Houston, Texas. This initiative aims to revolutionize last-mile delivery operations using advanced autonomous systems. Key Highlights: Commenting on the launch, Ain McKendrick, CEO…